Jenna Monique Young R.T.(R)ARRT
Hammond,IN
Summary
Versatile Radiographer offering 16 year background to growing medical practices and organizations. Comprehensive hands-on training in multiple areas of patient care with advanced proficiency in Diagnostic Imaging. Infinite personal gratitude for providing consistent care to promote healing and wellness for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs. An effective team member and emerging leader with a contagious and positive work ethic that inspires others, contribute valuable ideas, and makes every patient feel informed, understood, and special. Vast experiences in medical operations, excellent interpersonal communication skills and the organizational savvy to assist in any medical environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Imaging Supervisor
Franciscan Health
06.2025 - Current
- Ensured proper maintenance and calibration of imaging equipment to guarantee optimal performance and accuracy in diagnostics.
- Established a culture of teamwork within the department by encouraging open communication among employees at all levels.
Implemented continuous improvements to enhance overall department performance and patient satisfaction. - Mentored junior staff members, resulting in a more knowledgeable and skilled team.
Led regular meetings with staff members, fostering an environment of transparency and continuous improvement. - Ensured proper maintenance and calibration of imaging equipment to guarantee optimal performance and accuracy in diagnostics.
Coordinated staff scheduling to efficiently cover all shifts while minimizing overtime costs. - Participated in recruitment efforts, selecting highly qualified candidates to join the team of imaging professionals.
Provided ongoing training opportunities for staff members, promoting professional growth and development in the department.
Radiologic Technologist
Franciscan Health
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
- Optimized image quality by adjusting technical factors according to specific patient needs or clinical indications within prescribed dose limits.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Assisted in training new Radiologic Technologists on department policies, procedures, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
- Enhanced patient experience with compassionate communication and meticulous attention to detail during examinations.
- Ensured compliance with all state and federal regulations governing radiation exposure by maintaining proper documentation and following established protocols during every examination.
- Aided in reducing repeat examinations due to image artifacts or poor positioning through thorough pre-imaging assessments.
Lead Orthopedic Radiographer
South Chicago Orthopedic Specialists, SC
10.2020 - 12.2024
- Independent Lead to Radiology services and diagnostic imaging.
- Callobrated with equipment engineers to maintain maximum quality to X-ray machines and computers.
- Maintained Lead shields in compliance with shielding guidance for consistant patient and staff safety.
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation with beam-restrictive devices and shielding techniques.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Executed various types of diagnostic imaging procedures on patients ranging in age from toddler to adult.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Served as important informational resource for patients and families by educating about imaging processes and addressing questions and concerns.
C-Arm Fluoroscopy Specialist
North American Spine Society
05.2014 - 01.2024
- Operation of Fluoroscopic Radiography in laboratory setting using C-Arm imaging to aid in research and training for both medical doctors and surgical equipment engineers
- Mastery in beam-restrictive techniques and staff shielding to minimize exposure to radiation
Orthopedic Radiographic Specialist
Chicago Center For Sports Medicine And Orthopedic Surgery
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintained consistent work environment, overseeing intricate daily tasks with minimal supervision.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
Staff Radiographer
Advocate Trinity Hospital
02.2011 - 10.2021
- Extensive experience and performance in diagnostic radiography, fluoroscopy, Dexa Scan, mobile radiography, limited special procedures, surgery, and pain management
- Exceptional interpersonal patient communication skills, including educating patients on procedures to helped minimize anxiety to enhance cooperation
- Expertise using AIDET Acknowledge,Introduce,Duration,Explanation,Thank You
- Knowledge and performance in proper cleaning and medical asepsis techniques
- Mastery of beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding techniques to minimize patients' exposure to radiation
- Familiarity with PACS, computed radiography, digital radiography equipment, and manual techniques
- Enforced compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA
- Coordinated effectively with doctors, staff, other internal departments and customers to keep operations running smoothly and solve both routine and complex problems
Lead Orthopedic Radiographer
Midland Orthopedic Associates
10.2014 - 03.2015
- Provided quality images for use of Orthopedic diagnostics
- Used beam-restrictive devices and patient shielding techniques to minimize patients' exposure to radiation
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine patients' medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images in dark room setting
Education
Associate Degree Of Applied Science - Radiological Technology
South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, IL2010
Skills
- Patient Healing Focused Care
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Education and Advocacy
- Patient Confidentiality
- Patient Shielding Techniques
- Records Management
- Accomplished in Radiology Diagnostics
- Problem Resolution Capability
- Critical Thinker
- Detail Oriented
- Effective and Efficient in Fast Paced Environments
- Workplace Safety
Accomplishments
- Patient Advocacy
Explained treatment procedures, before and after care education, and physician instructions to patients. - Collaboration
Collaborated with physicians to plan and implement patient care. - Leadership
- Quality Assurance
Ensured and enforced medical office and hospital compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control. - Training
Trained radiography students in x-ray procedures to ensure consistent imaging and quality of patient care. - Community Outreach
Participated in community outreach events to raise funds and awareness of heart disease and stroke, The Heart Walk.
Certification
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologist ARRT
- Licensed by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency IEMA
- Licensed by Indiana Department of Health
- Fully Vaccinated for SARS-CoV-2
- BCLS Certified
Timeline
Imaging Supervisor
Franciscan Health
06.2025 - Current
Radiologic Technologist
Franciscan Health
11.2024 - 06.2025
Orthopedic Radiographic Specialist
Chicago Center For Sports Medicine And Orthopedic Surgery
06.2022 - 04.2023
Lead Orthopedic Radiographer
South Chicago Orthopedic Specialists, SC
10.2020 - 12.2024
Lead Orthopedic Radiographer
Midland Orthopedic Associates
10.2014 - 03.2015
C-Arm Fluoroscopy Specialist
North American Spine Society
05.2014 - 01.2024
Staff Radiographer
Advocate Trinity Hospital
02.2011 - 10.2021
Associate Degree Of Applied Science - Radiological Technology
South Suburban College of Cook County